Assistant Director of Housekeeping - Hyatt Hotels : Job Details

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

The Assistant Director of Housekeeping is responsible for assisting in the oversight of the entire housekeeping area, to include public areas and night cleaning. This requires a solid understanding of housekeeping and laundry supplies and pars and will assure all safety and security policies and procedures are followed. Experience with turndown service, special needs of VIP Guests, foreign dignitaries, etc. is helpful. These responsibilities may also include staff training, development and scheduling. The Assistant Director of Housekeeping will promote an atmosphere that insures customer and associate satisfaction. This position reports directly to the Director of Housekeeping and requires a strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively deal with guests, other departments and team members.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Salary Range : $75,000 - $85,000 annually

This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.

Qualifications/Skills:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and /or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential:

* Minimum 3 years of previous experience as Assistant Director of Housekeeping in a luxury NYC hotel.

* Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques including requirements and use of equipment.

* Knowledge of proper and safe chemical handling.

* Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperation, and minimum amount of supervision.

* Ability to: a) maintain hotel standards, policies and procedures, b) prioritize and organize work assignments, direct performance of assigned staff and follow up with corrections where needed.

* Ability to work a variety of varying schedules to include AM, PM, Overnight, Weekends & Holidays.

* NYC Union Experience

* Guest Relations Experience

* 2 to 3 years of Progressive Rooms Management Experience.

Essential Physical Abilities:

* Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas, such as reaching, extending arms over head, bending and stooping.

* Ability to lift, bend, stoop, push or pull heavy loads. Requires lifting bundles of linen weighing up to 50 lbs.

* Ability to push or pull a vacuum and wheeled carts weighing up to 150 lbs.